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Question

Use the claim to answer the question.
Claim: Consumers should switch to electric cars.
Drag each item to the correct location.

Reason: Electric cars are a better choice
for the environment.
Reason: Electric cars save consumers
money.
Evidence

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that transportation is the largest contributor to
U.S. greenhouse gas emissions, making up about a third of total emissions in 2020. Greenhouse
gases negatively impact the environment by trapping heat and raising the temperature of the
planet.
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According to a 2020 Consumer Reports study, electric vehicle fuel costs are about less than
gas-powered vehicles
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60%
Electric vehicles typically emit fewer greenhouse gases over their life cycle compared to traditional
gas-powered cars, depending on their source of electricity.
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Pricing of electric vehicles is becoming increasingly comparable to that of traditional-fueled vehicle
options, and they typically have lower maintenance costs over their lifespan.

Answer 1

Here's how to organize the items according to the claim, reasons, and evidence:

Claim: Consumers should switch to electric cars.

Reason: Electric cars are a better choice for the environment.

• Evidence: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that transportation is the largest contributor to U.S. greenhouse gas emissions, making up about a third of total emissions in 2020. Greenhouse gases negatively impact the environment by trapping heat and raising the temperature of the planet.
• Evidence: Electric vehicles typically emit fewer greenhouse gases over their life cycle compared to traditional gas-powered cars, depending on their source of electricity.

Reason: Electric cars save consumers money.

• Evidence: According to a 2020 Consumer Reports study, electric vehicle fuel costs are about 60% less than gas-powered vehicles.
• Evidence: Pricing of electric vehicles is becoming increasingly comparable to that of traditional-fueled vehicle options, and they typically have lower maintenance costs over their lifespan.